Overview
Leads strategic initiatives and vision for a high-performing department to enhance performance and productivity. Drives the development and implementation of improvements in production methods for increased efficiency. Contributes to budget preparation for production expenses and capital investment requests. Administers and enforces company policies within the assigned area. Monitors operations and triggers corrective actions. Commits to plant safety procedures. Stays up to date with latest production management best practices and concepts.
Job Summary
Manages the strategic activities and vision of a high functioning area in terms of performance and productivity. Develops and implements improvements in production methods. Participates in budget preparation for production expenses and capital investment requests. Administers company policies in assigned department.
Essential Responsibilities / Activities
- Leads strategic initiatives and vision for a high-performing department to enhance performance and productivity.
- Drives the development and implementation of improvements in production methods for increased efficiency.
- Contributes to budget preparation for production expenses and capital investment requests.
- Administers and enforce company policies within the assigned area.
- Monitors operations and trigger corrective actions
- Commits to plant safety procedures
- Stays up to date with latest production management best practices and concepts
Qualifications
Proven work experience as a plant manager, or equivalentProven managerial experienceAdequate knowledge of business and management principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation and human resources)Familiarity with industry standard equipment and technical expertiseBe knowledgeable of safety, quality, productivity, demand creation, inventory and stewardship processesComputer literacyAbility to create accountability and to lead by exampleStrong team building, decision-making and people management skillsBS degree in Production Management, Operations, or related field OR 6 to 8 years experience in manufacturing, production, supply chain, or related area.Prior work experience with Lean Manufacturing processesPhysical Demands
Lift up to 50 lbs.Ability to stand comfortably for prolonged periods of time, as much as 95% of the work day.ClimbingStoopingAbility for occasional travel as the job may require visiting customers and project sites.Work Environment
Humidity, loud noises, dirtVarying temperaturesSheet MetalForklift trafficNote : This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities and may change at any time. The company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
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